The Lotus vacant lot needs a community garden - Janet's neighborhood project

For eight years the neighborhood has asked for a community garden. This year a group of 24 volunteers, including a retired civil engineer, decided to stop waiting. The council has given permission for the Lotus vacant lot, but no funding. We have received donated soil and plants, and the remaining cost is $100. It will serve about 569 people, including young people who have nowhere safe to play. We'll hold a build day in October and everyone is invited. We're a small team, and every dollar will be spent in the open - I'll post receipts and progress photos. All purchases will be made by two volunteers and logged publicly. Surplus funds will go to maintenance. Where the $100 goes: • Tools hire and delivery: $20 • Permits and inspections: $45 • Safety equipment and signage: $35 I hope life is good to you. - Janet